OPINION

Netanyahu's war, Trump's big gamble

Oped, Gwynne Dyer, Published on 04/03/2026

» Donald Trump is not just Benjamin Netanyahu's glove puppet, but it is remarkable how much influence the Israeli prime minister has over the American president. If you are seeking a reason why Mr Trump felt the need to attack Iran again, only nine months after he declared that he had eliminated any nuclear threat from that country, you need look no further.